Battle of Hormizdagān
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The Battle of Hormizdagān, occurring in 224 CE, marked a pivotal moment in Persian history, signifying the end of the Parthian Empire and the rise of the Sasanian dynasty. This conflict took place on the plain of Hormizdagān, where Ardashīr I, a challenger from Persis, defeated and killed the reigning Parthian king, Artabanus V.12
The Parthian Empire, which had existed for approximately 400 years, had been weakened by internal divisions and repeated Roman invasions. Ardashīr I, a descendant of Sasan, consolidated his power in Persis and gradually expanded his control, leading to the confrontation with Artabanus V. The Sasanian victory at Hormizdagān ushered in a new era for Persia, establishing a new dynasty that would rule for over four centuries.12
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